Ever had a song just...lodge itself in your brain? You're not alone! That's an earworm, and science has figured out why they happen. Researchers at the University of St Andrews developed a formula ...

In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining optimal brain health is more important than ever. Cognitive decline can affect anyone, from busy professionals to students preparing for exams. Enter The Brain ...

Have you ever found yourself listening to the same song on repeat for hours, days, or even weeks? That magnetic pull to hit the replay button isn’t just a quirky habit, it’s rooted in neuroscience and ...

Do you want to be happy? Most of us would probably answer “yes” to that question, and many would turn to music to make it happen. There’s just something about music that can change our mood pretty ...

We all want to be happy, but as we know, that’s not always possible. A particularly rough day on the job, an argument with a co-worker or boss, an important assignment that doesn’t go according to ...

There is a science behind what makes a song catchy. Although the audience may not be familiar with that science, they feel its effects. Musicologists have taken the time to compile lists of the ...

Scientific studies claim that modern music has become simpler than ever before, both lyrically and musically. But are they ...

The animals’ complex songs share structural patterns with human language that may make them easier for whales to learn, a new study suggests. By Emily Anthes The English language is full of wonderful ...

This transcript was prepared by a transcription service. This version may not be in its final form and may be updated. Ben Cohen: Hi, Future of Everything listeners. I'm Ben Cohen and I write the ...